Dentistry, Full-Time Dentist

Dentist (DDS/DMD)

Position Summary

The Dentist provides comprehensive oral healthcare services, including preventive, restorative, and diagnostic dental care. This role focuses on promoting oral health, diagnosing and treating dental conditions, and delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities

Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth, gums, and oral tissues

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

Perform preventive services, including exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and patient education

Provide restorative and cosmetic procedures such as fillings, crowns, bridges, and dentures

Diagnose and manage periodontal disease and oral infections

Interpret dental radiographs and diagnostic tests

Prescribe medications as appropriate, including antibiotics and pain management

Educate patients on oral hygiene, disease prevention, and treatment options

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant dental records

Adhere to infection control, safety, and regulatory standards

Collaborate with dental hygienists, assistants, and administrative staff to ensure efficient clinic operations

Qualifications

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from an accredited dental school

Active or eligible state dental license

Current DEA registration or eligibility (if applicable)

CPR/BLS certification

Skills and Competencies

Strong clinical and diagnostic skills in general dentistry

Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Commitment to patient-centered, ethical, and evidence-based care

Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based dental practice

Work Environment

Dental office or clinic setting

Full-time or part-time schedules may be available

May include occasional evenings or weekend hours depending on practice needs

Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.

Language

Must be able to fluently speak, read and write English.

Fluent in Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin), Vietnamese, Spanish and other languages may be required depending on location.

Fluency in other languages are an asset.

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